Tough screening process ahead of new cabinet formation: Phumtham

14 Sept 01:37 Key points summarised by AI

The new cabinet's swearing-in is delayed by 2-3 weeks due to a rigorous screening process for all proposed ministers, overseen by Dr. Prommin Lertsuridej and the cabinet secretary general.
All coalition parties must adhere to strict qualification standards for cabinet ministers, as mandated by the Constitutional Court's precedent set by the ruling against former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
Despite initial reports of exclusion, Thammanat Prompao's name was ultimately included in Palang Pracharath's list of proposed cabinet ministers after discussions with party leader Gen Prawit Wongsuwan.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

18 Oct 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.